Hibiscus sabdariffa originates from tropical Africa but adapts very well to arid soils and dry climates, making it an ideal crop for the Colombian Caribbean.
The hibiscus flower can be consumed fresh or dried, as an infusion, or ground into powder to enrich various dishes. Thanks to its multiple properties, it is used in medicine, cosmetics, and as a natural dye.
Hibiscus tea contributes to the preventive treatment of hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases. It is rich in vitamins (A, C, B1, and E) and minerals such as iron, phosphorus, and calcium.
Hibiscus is an ally of Envol Vert’s programs because it is a low-impact transitional crop that adapts well to the dry conditions that prevail in certain seasons in the Caribbean. The cultivation is managed agroecologically, and producers have signed forest conservation agreements by committing to participate in this economic activity.
Envol Vert also supports communities in transforming this product into hibiscus flower jam. Made from hibiscus flowers and panela, this jam has a slightly tangy and mildly sweet taste.
